Rainy Day Fun

I've been wanting to make a fun little space for my son, so today I decided to clear out all the junk that was piled up under our basement stairs. After a good bleach scrub down, I created a little market using recycled containers, christmas lights and some other things we had lying around the house.
Parker's Market was a huge success! Although he charges quite a bit for his groceries, he does accept credit cards. After a good half hour the market closed down and a pizza shop was opened up. :)
It was a fun rainy day!

Easter Basket Options

Last Easter I decided to think outside the traditional basket idea and found this great little red vintage toolbox from the local Thrift Store. The Easter bunny filled it with all sorts of goodies. What a nice bunny. My son and I left the Easter Bunny a little slice of cake, a carrot and a sippy cup of water in case he got thirsty. He really appreciated that and left my son a little thank you note. Thank you Easter Bunny. We'll see you again soon. This year I'm thinking that THIS might be a nice alternative to the basket.

Modern Gift Tags for Wedding Party

I've been in the Gift Tag kinda mood lately. Here are a couple that I think would make great tags to attach to bridesmaid or groomsmen gifts.

New Modern Mini Cards

Today my son decided to take a nap...so I had time to make some new designs. I love these new bright and cheerful mini cards I made. They are great for all occasions and currently for sale at Moderncard.

Kids Snowmobile Party

This year my son requested a Snowmobile Birthday Party. YAY! Since I haven't EVER seen any snowmobile themed party supplies this was a tricky request, but I think I pulled it off!
















For the cake - I made a vanilla sheet cake and topped it off with a few mini snowmobiles, a fake tree and a couple snowmobile signs I made out of toothpicks and paper.































The Party Blowers were made from disassembling some generic ones and adding my own image to them with tape.


The hats were made out of assorted Amy Butler papers, Snowmobile Stickers I made with Paper Source Round Labels and some string. Next time I will definitely use stronger tape to hold the strings in.






The Party "Poppers" or Crackers were a hit with the kids...not so much with the parents when they found whistles inside. Once again I disassembled some generic ones and then added my own ribbon and snowmobile image.


All the Snowmobile Images are one of my original snowmobile drawings that I photocopied to make stickers, invites and other decor (like the banner, that isn't pictured). If you are interested in your own custom personalized invitations or party supplies, please visit Moderncard, my online shop at ETSY.

First Baby Blanket

I just finished sewing my first baby blanket! It is made with a modern bird print fabric and white corduroy on the front. The center square is made with an aqua colored damask print. This same damask fabric covers the entire back of this blanket. I'm thinking of listing this on my shop (Moderncard) on Etsy, but I might just give it as a gift.

Parker Quotes

My son was three years old when he said this. His little sayings crack me up, so I made up some quote cards that I have around the house.

If you are interested in custom quote cards, please feel free to contact me by visiting Moderncard, my shop on Etsy.

New Modern Cards

If you are looking for the perfect card for an upcoming wedding or any special event, stop by Moderncard and browse through the aisles of one of a kind modern paper goods.
Thanks for stopping by!

Like mother like son. Apparently my son has a little obsession with craft supplies too. According to the teachers he could have sat there all day and worked on this.

The Paper Peddler

Today I am featuring a fellow etsypaper member, The Paper Peddler. She has a great shop on Etsy. If you get a chance, please stop by her shop and see what she has to offer. She has great deals on paper, gift tags, embellishments and more!

Little Peep Designs

Last year I became friends with a fellow etsy seller. Her name is Tammy, from Little Peep Designs. She is an amazing jewelry designer and one of the nicest sellers I have worked with. If you are looking for custom jewelry for your wedding, a gift for that special occasion or a treat for yourself, be sure to visit her shop.

Number Cards

I think I have a little thing for numbers (four being one of my favorites). Next time you're looking for fun and funky card to give at a kids birthday party or for an anniversary card, stop by Moderncard. If you don't see the number you're looking for, feel free to contact me. I would be happy to create a custom one for you.

Fun day of Crafting

Today I had a fun day of creating some new cards,embellishments for scrapbooking, stickers and gift tags. If you're looking for some fun paper goods to put into someones Easter Basket this year, please visit www.moderncard.etsy.com or funkyfishdesigns.etsy.com

Thanks for stopping by!

Luxe Custom Wedding Cards

The Spring wedding season is fast approaching. If you are looking for a one a kind, luxurious and modern card, please visit my Etsy Shop. www.moderncard.etsy.com

Honeymoon

Six years ago, for our honeymoon, we went to Maui and stayed at this FANTASTIC B&B. I just received an update email from them, which reminded me that I should blog about this place. If you're planning a vacation to Maui and you are looking for a unique and one a kind place to stay, I highly recommend this bed and breakfast.

In love with these.....

Ooooh, I love these! A super cool Fendi ruffled skirt and a Jimmy Choo Mirror Clutch. Just think - you could purchase these 2 items - or you could buy my entire shop of modern paper goods for less money. What a deal!

Free Shipping

Free shipping on all modern paper goods, mailed within the United States, until March 8, 2009. This promotion can be found at www.moderncard.etsy.com

Designer Dress to Mini Journal

This designer outfit was the inspiration for my new journal - with the pleated pink handmade paper and the sequins as an embellishment.

Parker's Room

Parker's Room is decorated with art work from
his dad and his great grandfather. Graeme made the cool metal sandshark for Parker when he was born - and the red and white mobile still hanging above his bed. Eric Gurney, aka Papa Gurney, made the painting of the birds "surfing" on ice floats. The painting makes me smile every time I walk into Parker's room.

Yellow Mood

Moderncard Nikka Card


Hollystadler Canary Dress